8-Hour Delphi History Tour from Athens with Museum Highlights

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover Delphi, once believed to be the centre of the earth by followers of Zeus
• 02 See the physical remains tied to Delphi's long history and rich mythology
• 03 Visit the impressive Delphi museum with artefacts dating back to the 15th century BC
• 04 View museum highlights including the Naxian Sphinx, the statue of Antinous, and the bronze Charioteer

Embark on an 8-hour tour from Athens to Delphi and discover a history that stretches back to at least 1500 BC. Explore the site once believed by followers of Zeus to be the centre of the earth and best known for its famous oracle. See the physical remains connected to this remarkably long history and visit the impressive museum, home to artefacts dating as far back as the 15th century BC, including the Naxian Sphinx, the statue of Antinous, and the bronze Charioteer.

Highlights include the Naxian Sphinx, the statue of Antinous, and the bronze sculpture of a charioteer.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Athens, Delphi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Athens to Delphi Historical Discovery

• Start from your hotel and head north out of Athens with your Delphi tour driver.

• See the physical structures associated with this incredibly long history and learn about their rich mythology.

• Visit the impressive museum to see its many artefacts from as far back as the 15th century BC. Highlights include the Naxian Sphinx, the statue of Antinous, and the bronze sculpture of a charioteer.

• Enjoy your lunch.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking professional Athens driver

• Lunch

• Private transportation

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets

• Drinks

• Bottled water

• Tips and gratuities

• Licensed guide available upon request at an additional cost

• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• The in-person guide is not licensed or certified and is also the driver.

• The driver is not a licensed guide and will not escort you inside the archaeological site.

• This tour is not suitable for visitors with health restrictions such as back problems or expectant mothers.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Athens, Greece

Tour start

Athens, Greece

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.